Feed the Planet with Colors
The Embassy of Italy and the Italian Cultural Institute present Massimo Caiazzo in a lecture about the chromatic heritage and the color of Italian lifestyle. Colors in the “built environment” are one of the most fascinating expressions of collective intelligence. Colors evoke emotions and cause unconscious reactions, have subjective and collective meanings therefore they contribute […]
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Milan At the Center of the World: A Report from the Expo
by Fred Plotkin Milan has captured the attention of the world as the site of its Expo from May 1 to October 31. This is the first such fair to have a specific theme — “Feeding the Planet, Energy for Life” — that looks to the future of sustainability in the context of taste, health, […]
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The future of fundamental physics:
the search for dark matter and extra dimensions Lecture Renowned theoretical physicists Mariangela Lisanti and Nima Arkani-Hamed will discuss what are the Universe mysteries still to be explained, why the present knowledge of our Universe is incomplete and what to expect in the near future to improve it. RSVP RSVP FOR THIS EVENT IS NOW […]
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Welcoming Expo 2015
The Embassy of Italy and the Italian Cultural Institute present photographs by Andrea Rovatti along with screening of shorts from countries all over the world. Rovatti’s images are concurrently on display at the Malpensa International Airport and at the Expo 2015 Casa Corriere Pavilion. The shorts showcase the unique take each participating country brings to […]
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Dialogues on Heritage: Values, Vessels and Philosophies from the Ancient World to Today
Distinguished art historians, archaeologists and professionals invite you to conversations on ongoing efforts to display, preserve and teach on ancient Roman heritage around the world. Speakers will comment on the importance of Italian heritage, its modern preservation and future by addressing current themes of common interest for the public. Speakers include Dr. Alexander […]
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SHORTCUT TO EUROPE: European Union Embassies’ Open House
On May 9th, 2015 the European Union Embassies and the EU Delegation to the United States open their doors to the public for the annual EU Embassies’ Open House: a day of family fun, food, culture and more. The event offers visitors a rare look inside the embassies and provides a unique opportunity for them […]
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Virtuoso Sentimento: Piano Recital
Internationally acclaimed Francesco Attesti, a stunning Italian pianist specialized in the Romantic repertoire, performs Schubert, Chopin and contemporary composer Raffaello Amabile. An event not to be missed. ( more info ) ABOUT FRANCESCO ATTESTI: Click Here (link to external site) IN COLLABORATION WITH RSVP Please click on “Make a Reservation” by May 26, 2015 at […]
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Vinodentro
CINEFORUM Movie screening It all started with a sip of wine, a very special marzemino. After that first ruby drop hit his tongue, everything changed for shy bank clerk Giovanni Cuttin. With his senses feverishly awakened, Giovanni quits his day job to embark on a life as a powerful wine writer, in a classic Faustian […]
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Food|Art|Architecture: New Research on the Ancient Roman Symposium
An informative and richly set of illustrated presentations followed by a discussion with experts on ancient Roman art, architecture and philosophy. Learn about the ways ancient Romans dined, how they enjoyed their food, how they stored and prepared meals from the kitchen to the richly decorated triclinium. Speakers include Maryl Gensheimer (University of Maryland), Alexander […]
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A Sustainable & Healthy Lifestyle: from Challenges to Innovations
at Georgetown University To coincide with the 2015 Milano EXPO, “Feeding the Planet, Energy for Life,” the Georgetown University Italian Research Institute, in collaboration with the Embassy of Italy in Washington, D.C., is sponsoring a symposium addressing critical global and human issues from climate changes, population growth, health, and food production. The speakers will discuss […]
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